Creamy Morel Mushroom Bisque Recipe

Indulge in the rich and earthy flavors of morel mushrooms with this creamy bisque recipe. This velvety soup is the perfect dish to warm you up on a chilly day, and it is sure to impress your guests with its elegant taste.

Ingredients

• 1 oz dried morel mushrooms
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Place the dried morel mushrooms in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Let them soak for 20 minutes, then drain and chop.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
3. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth until smooth.
4. Add the chopped morel mushrooms and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
6. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

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